Saint Louis University Top Questions

ALWAYS apply to a number of schools, and branch out from the schools all of your friends are going to. You will turn out to be a more rounded person with even more friends. Take a ton of college visits, and take advantage of "overnight" visits where they pair you up with a current student to see what the school is really like, not just the commercial they feed you on tours. Where ever you end up going to school, get involved with something. It doesn't matter if its a fraternity or sorority, a sports team, a club, or a band. Make sure you find something that you really enjoy, and it will make college that much more fun when you have something to look forward to and take your mind off of classes.

Go on as many campus tours as possible. Pick the school that when has that wow factor. The wow factor may not be its academic record, but just the feeling you get when you arrive on campus. The key to making good grades and having a good time in college is being comfortable, so on each tour relax and breathe. You will know when it is the school for you.

Don't choose a school based only on one issue whether it is social life or the academic status of the school. Choose a school that will suit all your needs rather than just one want. You should always feel safe with adequate access to accurate help, even if you feel you do not need it. Balance is key, and you will never know what the college is like based purely on an open-house event which are designed to sell the school to you. If you can, choose a program where you can shadow a student, especially if it includes an overnight visit. That way you can ensure that you will have a taste for academic life, and the living conditions. How is laundry done? What , where, and when do/can one eat? What do the dorms look like? Are the classes organized the way that would work for you? If you require tutoring or assistance for a learning disability, are (good) services available to you. Ask every question you can think of.

They told me to go somewhere that I feel I would fit in and make the best out of it by focusing on school work.

Remember that how well you'll fit in and the general attitude of a school contributes to your satisfaction just as much as the academics of a school. You shouldn't solely base your college choice on how well it is rated in your area of study. you're likely to change your major anyway.

Choose a school that fits the student best.

Talk to as many people as you can about their experiences in college. You may hear two completely different answers from people going to the same school.

good luck your going to need it. you have to try things aren't going to just fall into your lap.

Always be open to new things! Figure out if a large or small college is good for you, then the rest is easy. Lastly, DONT BE AFRAID......of anything.....changes specially.

To students I would say first visit all the colleges that you have interest in even if its only a small interest. When you find the right college you will know as soon as you step foot on the campus. Get involved when you get to college but make sure you learn to balance your social life from your school work. For parents just encourage your child to look at all of their options and don't pressure them into a college just because you liked it. Also stay involoved in your child's life because they will need help the first year adjusting to everything.